Cobra Dual Core Marine Cable | Multi-Conductor Boat Wiring Cable (1.5mm² x 2 & 2.5mm² x 2) is a flexible, flat-profile marine electrical cable designed for dependable AC and DC circuit wiring on boats, yachts, pleasure craft and other vessels. This marine grade wire contains two individually insulated conductors inside a white outer jacket, making it a practical dual core wire for installations that require two conductors to follow the same route. It belongs to the flat multi-conductor boat cable category and is supplied under Cobra model numbers B7W16T-21 and B7W14T-21. Cobra manufactures cable products for marine OEM and aftermarket electrical applications.

The cable is available in two conductor sizes. Model B7W16T-21 contains two 1.50 mm² conductors, equivalent to 16 AWG, with 26 x 30 conductor stranding and a nominal cable outside dimension of 0.192 x 0.319 inches. Model B7W14T-21 contains two 2.50 mm² conductors, equivalent to 14 AWG, with 41 x 30 stranding and a nominal outside dimension of 0.215 x 0.350 inches. Both versions have a nominal insulation thickness of 0.030 inches and are supplied on 330-foot or approximately 99-metre reels. The red and black inner conductor colours support clear identification during marine wiring installation, maintenance and troubleshooting.

Each conductor is manufactured from Class K, fine-stranded tinned copper. The fine stranding gives the multi conductor wire the flexibility required for routing through confined spaces, cable channels, electrical compartments, and other areas where rigid wiring may be difficult to install. Tinning the copper provides added protection against corrosion in demanding marine environments, while the flat cable shape helps the two conductors remain together throughout the wiring route. The result is an organised boat wiring solution that can reduce the need to route two separate single-core wires.

The flame-retardant polyvinyl chloride insulation uses a VW-1 compound designed to resist moisture, abrasion, acid, diesel fuel, and oil. This construction makes the cable suitable for marine electrical systems where wiring may be exposed to vibration, damp conditions and common onboard fluids. It is rated at 600 volts, 105°C in dry conditions, and 75°C in wet conditions. The cable is manufactured to UL 1426 and is UL Listed as BC-5W2. According to the supplied manufacturer information, Cobra boat cable meets or exceeds applicable ABYC, UL, and Coast Guard requirements and is ABS Type Approved. These characteristics make it a suitable tinned copper boat cable for professional installations, electrical upgrades, vessel construction and replacement wiring.

Key Features:

• Cobra Dual Core Marine Cable | Multi-Conductor Boat Wiring Cable (1.5mm² x 2 & 2.5mm² x 2) provides two flexible tinned copper conductors inside one flat, white-jacketed marine cable.
• Available in two sizes: 2 x 1.50mm² or 16 AWG and 2 x 2.50mm² or 14 AWG.
• Cobra models B7W16T-21 and B7W14T-21 are supplied in 330-foot or approximately 99-metre cable lengths.
• Class K fine-stranded tinned copper construction provides flexibility and additional corrosion resistance for marine wiring.
• Red and black insulated conductors make the two individual circuits easy to identify during installation and servicing.
• Flat two-conductor construction supports tidy routing through confined or narrow boat wiring spaces.
• Flame-retardant VW-1 PVC insulation is resistant to moisture, abrasion, acid, diesel fuel, and oil.
• Rated for AC and DC circuits at up to 600 volts.
• Temperature rated at 105°C dry and 75°C wet.
• Manufactured to UL 1426 and UL Listed BC-5W2 boat cable requirements.

Applications / Suitable For:

• Cobra Dual Core Marine Cable | Multi-Conductor Boat Wiring Cable (1.5mm² x 2 & 2.5mm² x 2) is suitable for two-conductor AC and DC electrical circuit installations on boats, yachts, and pleasure craft.
• New boat construction, marine OEM wiring, and vessel electrical system assembly.
• Replacement of worn, damaged, or unsuitable wiring during marine electrical maintenance.
• Aftermarket electrical upgrades and rewiring projects on recreational and commercial vessels.
• Cable routing through panels, conduits, cable trays, electrical compartments, and other restricted installation areas.
• Applications requiring flexible marine wire with red and black conductor identification.
• Installations where moisture-resistant, abrasion-resistant, and oil-resistant cable insulation is required.
• Marine electrical systems require UL 1426, BC-5W2 tinned copper boat cable.

FAQs:

Q: What conductor sizes are available for this Cobra dual core marine cable?
A: It is available as 2 x 1.50mm², equivalent to 16 AWG, and 2 x 2.50mm², equivalent to 14 AWG.

Q: Is this cable suitable for both AC and DC marine circuits?
A: Yes. The cable is designed for AC and DC circuits and has a voltage rating of 600 volts.

Q: What material is used for the cable conductors?
A: The conductors are made from flexible Class K, 30-gauge-stranded tinned copper, providing easier routing and additional protection against corrosion.

Q: What is the supplied cable length?
A: Models B7W16T-21 and B7W14T-21 are supplied on 330-foot reels, equal to approximately 99 metres.